UNS S34709|1.4912|TP347H Seamless Stainless Steel Tube
Seamless Stainless Steel TP347H tubes are high-performance austenitic stainless steel tubing solutions stabilized with niobium (columbium), specifically engineered for elevated temperature service and enhanced creep resistance. Designed for long-term exposure to high temperatures, Stainless Steel 347H Seamless Tubes (UNS S34709 / DIN 1.4961) provide excellent intergranular corrosion resistance and superior mechanical strength in demanding industrial environments.
Xinzhe is a trusted TP347H seamless stainless steel tube manufacturer and supplier based in Wenzhou, China, with extensive experience in precision pipe manufacturing. We produce premium-quality SS 347H seamless tubes that meet strict international quality standards and high-pressure application requirements.
Standards & Specifications
Our TP347H seamless tubes are manufactured in compliance with:
ASTM A213/ASME SA213/DIN 1.4961/UNS S34709
Key Features of TP347H Seamless Tubes
Excellent high-temperature strength and creep resistance
Superior resistance to intergranular corrosion
Good oxidation resistance in elevated temperature environments
Stable mechanical properties under pressure
Precise dimensional tolerances and smooth surface finishes
We offer a comprehensive range of outer diameters, wall thicknesses, and pressure ratings to meet diverse industrial specifications. Custom cut-to-length services and bulk supply options are available for EPC contractors and large-scale industrial projects.
"Our precision-controlled Niobium content (Nb ≥ 8 X C) ensures complete stabilization of carbides, providing maximum resistance to sensitization and intergranular attack even after welding."
What Is a Seamless Stainless Steel TP347H Tube?
TP347H (UNS S34709) is a niobium-stabilised, high-carbon austenitic stainless steel tube for elevated-temperature service. The carbon range of 0.04–0.10% combined with niobium stabilisation delivers high creep-rupture strength and resistance to intergranular corrosion, while the chromium and nickel contents provide the oxidation resistance expected of an 18-8 grade.
Seamless Stainless Steel TP347H Tube-ASTM A213 TP347H (UNS S34709) | High-Temperature Niobium-Stabilized Tubing
ASTM A213 TP347H Seamless Stainless Steel Tube (UNS S34709) is a high-carbon, niobium-stabilized austenitic stainless steel tube designed for high-temperature and high-pressure service environments.
These properties make TP347H the preferred material for boilers, superheaters, and heat exchangers operating above 538°C (1000°F).
Key Features and Technical Advantages
Niobium Stabilisation
Niobium at 8 × C to 1.00% forms stable NbC, preventing chromium depletion at grain boundaries and preserving intergranular corrosion resistance.
High Creep-Rupture Strength
The 0.04–0.10% carbon range combined with niobium gives TP347H excellent creep and stress-rupture strength for high-temperature headers and superheaters.
Excellent Oxidation Resistance
18% chromium provides a protective oxide appropriate for continuous service up to about 800 °C.
Resistance to Polythionic Acid Stress Corrosion
Stabilisation specifically protects against polythionic acid SCC, the failure mode that governs refinery heater tubing.
Good Fabricability and Weldability
TP347H is readily formed and welded, with matching stabilised filler available for critical joints.
Product Specifications and Data
The composition of Stainless Steel 347H is carefully balanced to achieve its superior high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance.
Grade | C | Cr | Ni | Mn | P | S | Si | Others |
| 347 | ≤0.08 | 17.00-20.00 | 9.00-13.00 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.030 | ≤1.00 | Nb≥10*C% |
| 347H | 0.04-0.10 | 17.00-19.00 | 9.00-13.00 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.030 | ≤1.00 | Nb≥8*C% |
Note: The niobium content must be at least eight times the carbon content to ensure stabilization.
Stainless Steel 347H is specifically designed to maintain its strength and shape in high-temperature, high-stress environments.
Grade | Yield strength ksi(MPa) | Tensile Strength ksi(MPa) | Elongation % | Hardness Brinell/Vickers | Hardness Rockwell |
| 347 | ≥30(205) | ≥75(515) | ≥35 | ≤192 HBW/200HV | ≤90HRB |
| 347H | ≥30(205) | ≥75(515) | ≥35 | ≤192 HBW/200HV | ≤90HRB |
These physical properties highlight the material's ability to perform reliably under a wide range of conditions.
| Density | Melting Point | Thermal Expansion | Thermal Conductivity | Modulus of Elasticity | Electrical Resistivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0 g/cm³ | 1398 - 1454 °C | 16.6 µm/m·°C (20-100°C) | 16.3 W/m·K (20°C) | 193 GPa | 0.72 x 10⁻⁶ Ω·m (20°C) |
| Standard | OD(D) | Tolerance(MM) | Thickness(S) | Tolerance(MM) | Length | Tolerance | |
| MM | Common | High | MM | MM | |||
| EN 10216-5 HFD | 30≤D≤219.1(D2) | ±1.0% or ±0.5mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | T1, T≤4 | ±15% or ±0.6mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | L≤6M | +5/0 | |
| T2 | ±12.5% or ±0.4mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | ||||||
| 219.1≤D≤610 (D1) | ±1.5% or ±0.75mm, whicever is the greater (取较大者) | T≤0.05D | +22.5%/-15% | 6 | +10/0 | ||
| T1, 0.05D | ±15% or ±0.6mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | ||||||
| T2, T>0.09D | ±12.5% or ±0.4mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | L>12 | +by agreement/0 | ||||
| EN 10216-5 CFD | D3(D≤219.1) | ±0.75% or ±0.3mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | T3 | ±10% or ±0.2mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | |||
| D4(D≤219.1) | ±0.5% or ±0.mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | T4 | ±7.5% or ±0.15mm, whicever is the greater(取较大者) | ||||
| ASTM A213 HFD | D≤100 | +0.4/-0.8 | D<100,S≤2.4 | +40%/0 | HFD, all size | +5.0/0 | |
| +0.4/-1.2 | D<100,2.4 | +35%/0 | |||||
| +0.4/-1.6 | D<100,3.8 | +33%/0 | |||||
| D<100,S>4.6 | +28%/0 | ||||||
| 100 | +0.4/-1.2 | D>100, 2.4 | +35%/0 | ||||
| 200 | +0.4/-1.6 | D>100,3.8 | +33%/0 | ||||
| D>100,S>4.6 | +28%/0 | ||||||
| ASTM A213 CFD | D<25 | ±0.10 | D≤38.1 | +20%/0 | CFD, D<50.8 | +3.0/0 | |
| 25≤D≤40 | ±0.15 | ||||||
| 40 | ±0.20 | ||||||
| 50≤D<65 | ±0.25 | ||||||
| 65≤D<75 | ±0.30 | D>38.1 | +22%/0 | CFD, D≥50.8 | +5.0/0 | ||
| 75≤D≤100 | ±0.38 | ||||||
| 100 | +0.38/-0.64 | ||||||
| 200 | +0.38/-1.14 | ||||||
| ASTM A269 | D≤13 | ±0.13 | D≤13 | ±15% | D<38 | +3.2/0 | |
| 13 | ±0.13 | 13 | ±10% | ||||
| 38≤D<89 | ±0.25 | D>38 | +4.8/0 | ||||
| 89≤D<140 | ±0.38 | ||||||
| 140≤D<203 | ±0.76 | ||||||
| 203≤D<305 | ±1.01 | ||||||
| 305≤D<356 | ±1.26 | ||||||
| ASTM A270 | D<25 | ±0.13 | For weld pipe all size | ±12.5% | +3.0/0 | ||
| 25-50 | ±0.20 | ||||||
| 50-75 | ±0.25 | ||||||
| 75-100 | ±0.38 | For CD SMLS pipe D≤38.1 | +20%/0 | ||||
| 100-140 | ±0.38 | +5.0/0 | |||||
| 140-200 | ±0.75 | For CD SMLS pipe D>38.1 | +22%/0 | ||||
| 200-300 | ±1.25 | ||||||
Dimensional Standards and Tolerances
TP347H seamless tubes are supplied to the dimensional tolerances of ASTM A213 / A1016 unless a tighter project specification applies.
Typical Applications of TP347H Seamless Tubes
TP347H tubes are widely used in high-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosion-intensive industries:
Power Generation
- Superheater and reheater tubes
- Ultra-supercritical (USC) boilers
Petrochemical & Refining
- Hydrocracking units
- Hydrotreating systems
- High-temperature hydrogen service
Renewable Energy
- Biomass boilers
- Waste-to-energy incinerators
Chemical Processing
- Heat exchangers
- Acid-resistant high-temperature piping systems
Why Choose Our TP347H Seamless Tubes?
Stable Supply
Stable supply with strict quality control.
Competitive Pricing
Competitive factory pricing.
Certification & Inspection
Full certification and third-party inspection support.
Fast Delivery
Fast delivery for global projects.
Common Industrial Applications
Refinery and Petrochemical Heaters
- Heater and furnace tubing
- Transfer and process lines
- Polythionic-acid service piping
Power Generation
- Superheater and reheater tubing
- Main steam and hot reheat piping
- Boiler pressure parts
High-Temperature Process Plant
- Creep-critical headers
- Heat exchanger tubing
- Expansion and transition joints
Chemical Processing
- High-temperature reactor internals
- Process piping
- Heat-transfer equipment
Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Process
Certification
All TP347H tubes are supplied to ASTM A213 / ASME SA213 and ASTM A312 / ASME SA312 with EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificates. Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, TUV, Lloyd's), PMI reports and full heat-number traceability can be provided on request.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
Hydrostatic or eddy-current testing is performed on 100% of tubes. Ultrasonic testing (UT) and dye-penetrant inspection (PT) are available for critical service, with records retained for each production lot.
Material Verification
Positive Material Identification (PMI) and spectrometric analysis confirm that the chemical composition matches the ordered grade. Intergranular corrosion (IGC) testing to ASTM A262 Practice E is available for austenitic and nickel-alloy tubes.
Mechanical Testing
Tensile, yield, elongation and hardness tests are carried out per heat. Flattening, flaring and reverse-bend tests verify ductility, while creep-rupture data can be supplied for high-temperature grades.
Dimensional Inspection
Outside diameter, wall thickness, ovality and straightness are measured against ASTM A1016 / A1016M or EN 10216-5 tolerances. Length, square-cut ends and end-finish conditions are verified before packing.
TP347H vs TP347 / TP321H – Technical Comparison
TP347H and TP347 share a niobium-stabilised 18-8 base, while TP321H uses titanium instead. The choice between them turns on creep strength and on which stabiliser suits the fabrication route.
Stabiliser and Carbon Content
- TP347H: niobium-stabilised, 0.04–0.10% C
- TP347: niobium-stabilised, 0.08% C maximum
- TP321H: titanium-stabilised, 0.04–0.10% C
Creep-Rupture Strength
The controlled high-carbon range of TP347H delivers creep-rupture strength that the standard TP347 cannot match at the same temperature. This is why TP347H is the default for superheater and reheater tubing in modern boilers.
Polythionic Acid Stress-Corrosion Resistance
Both niobium and titanium stabilisation protect against polythionic acid SCC, the failure mode that governs refinery heater tubing. Niobium-stabilised grades are often preferred in refinery service where the stabiliser must survive high-temperature exposure.
Selection Guide
- Choose TP347H for creep-limited superheater and reheater tubing
- Choose TP321H where titanium stabilisation is specified
- Choose TP347 where creep strength is not the governing requirement
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TP347H seamless tube?
TP347H (UNS S34709) is a niobium-stabilised austenitic stainless steel tube with carbon controlled in the 0.04–0.10% range, produced without a longitudinal weld. It is designed for elevated-temperature service where creep strength governs.
Why is TP347H stabilised with niobium?
Niobium at 8 × C to 1.00% forms stable niobium carbides, which prevents chromium carbide precipitation at grain boundaries. This preserves intergranular corrosion resistance and specifically protects against polythionic acid stress-corrosion cracking.
What is the difference between TP347 and TP347H?
TP347 permits up to 0.08% carbon, while TP347H controls carbon in the 0.04–0.10% range. The higher, controlled carbon content of TP347H delivers significantly better creep and stress-rupture strength at elevated temperature.
What is TP347H tube used for?
TP347H is used for superheater and reheater tubing, refinery heater tubing, high-temperature process piping and creep-limited headers in power and petrochemical plants.
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